Chhath Puja 2025 is one of the most revered Hindu festivals which is celebrated with immense devotion and purity across India, especially in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh. Dedicated to Surya Dev (the Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya, this four-day festival emphasises gratitude, discipline, and harmony with nature.
The sacred four-day festival concluded on Tuesday morning, October 28, 2025, with 'Usha Arghya' across India as the country commemorates the conclusion of this holy celebration. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed heartfelt greetings to all households, praising their involvement in the lively, community-oriented festivities.
Prime Minister Modi extended warm wishes for Chhath
PM Modi shared his wishes on X (formerly Twitter) and wrote, "Today, the auspicious conclusion of the great festival of Chhath took place with the morning arghya offered to Lord Sun God. During this four-day ritual, we witnessed the divine glimpse of our grand tradition of Chhath Puja."
He also congratulated the families for their participation and commitment to the festival, "Heartfelt congratulations to all our family members who became part of this sacred festival, along with all the fasting devotees and devotees! May the boundless grace of Chhathi Maiya keep all your lives forever illuminated." wrote PM Narendra Modi.
PM Modi urged citizens to share Chhath Puja songs
On the third day of Chhath, Sandhya Arghaya, the prime minister, urged citizens to share the devotional songs of the Chhath puja. He shared a music track on X and wrote, "Heartfelt Chhath Puja evening arghya wishes to all my family members across the country. On this sacred occasion, our tradition of offering arghya to the setting sun is very unique. May there be welfare for all by the grace of Lord Surya, may everyone attain happiness, prosperity, and success in life. This is the wish. Jai Chhathi Maiya!"
Significance of Usha Arghya (Morning Offering)
Chhath Puja, also known as Pratihar, Dala Chhath, Chhathi, or Surya Shashthi, holds a special importance in the Hindu religion. On the final day, devotees gather again before dawn to offer Usha Arghya, the offering to the rising Sun. This marks the conclusion of the fast. After praying for family happiness, health and well-being, Vratis break their long nirjala fast. The offerings symbolize gratitude, prosperity and thankfulness for life's sustenance.